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Simply lifechanging resorts for active over 50s.

Imagine being on holiday every day. That’s what happens at Living Gems. Own your own home outright in a private, gated community for like-minded over 50s and enjoy terrific award-winning facilities. We are not a traditional retirement village – we create vibrant communities for people just like you.

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Vegan stuffed pumpkin
28 Oct

Vegan style pumpkin a perfect palate pleaser

WHEN YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A RECIPE THAT’S HEARTY AND SUITABLE FOR ALL OCCASIONS, YOU CAN’T GO PAST STUFFED ROASTED PUMPKIN. “Stuffed roasted pumpkin is a beautiful and hearty meal; perfect as a dish for a special occasion or as a Christmas side dish to complement a big spread,” said Chef Matt Conquest. “It makes for an impressive centrepiece and is packed with savoury flavours and textures. This vegan dish is a delicious and wholesome meal. It is also hearty, festive, and can be easily switched up to suit your taste by using different grains, nuts, or vegetables!” Vegan-style Whole Roasted Pumpkin Serves 5-6 Ingredients 1 medium-sized pumpkin (or use 2 small sugar pie pumpkins for different fillings) 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste For the Filling: 1 cup quinoa or white and wild rice, cooked 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds or pistachios, roughly chopped 1 small red onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp...

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28 Oct

Competition over! The road to recovery after a major event

TAKING PART IN A MAJOR FUN RUN OR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGING EVENT INSPIRES MANY ACTIVE AND SPORTS-MINDED RESIDENTS TO STEP UP TO THE PLATE BUT WHAT HAPPENS ONCE THE EVENT IS OVER? How do you think you would fare after the event wrapped up and what should you do to recover from all that extra training and competing Health and Lifestyle Coordinator Josh Kristenson has some great tips to put you back on the road to recovery after the competition is over. “The fun of competition lies in the thrill of the chase, but the days that follow may leave your body needing a little TLC,” said Josh. He said that recovery is not only essential to get you back to feeling like yourself, but also prepares you for the next exciting activity. The good news is Living Gems has some of the world's best recovery facilities to help you regenerate after a competition. One of the best recovery methods is to spend some time in the...

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28 Oct

A dish to make pasta lovers rejoice

ENLIGHTENED COOKS FROM THE 1770S WHO BEGAN COMBINING PASTA AND EGGS TOGETHER, ARE CREDITED FOR LEADING THE WAY WHEN IT COMES TO THE CARBONARA WE ENJOY TODAY. “Most Italian pasta dishes are light and full of flavour. They make very tasty and satisfying meals and one of the most popular is pasta carbonara,” said GemLife Chef Matt Conquest. “It is often mistaken as a cream-based dish, but it is thickened with an egg and cheese mixture,” said Matt. “Adding a little pasta water gives it that creamy look and it’s delicious!” Chef Matt said modern carbonara was created in Italy in the 1960s, when bacon was replaced with guanciale (or pancetta or prosciutto), and cream was eliminated in favour of pecorino cheese and beaten eggs. Pasta Carbonara   Serves 2-4 Ingredients 500g spaghetti or fettuccine 250g pancetta or prosciutto 2 large eggs 1 large egg yolk 1 cup grated pecorino or parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper Salt, for pasta water Method Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil....

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Vegan stuffed pumpkin
28 October 2024 Living Gems

Vegan style pumpkin a perfect palate pleaser

WHEN YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A RECIPE THAT’S HEARTY AND SUITABLE FOR ALL OCCASIONS, YOU CAN’T GO PAST STUFFED ROASTED PUMPKIN. “Stuffed roasted pumpkin is a beautiful and hearty meal; perfect as a dish for a special occasion or as a Christmas side dish to complement a big spread,” said Chef Matt Conquest. “It makes for an impressive centrepiece and is packed with savoury flavours and textures. This vegan dish is a delicious and wholesome meal. It is also hearty, festive, and can be easily switched up to suit your taste by using different grains, nuts, or vegetables!” Vegan-style Whole Roasted Pumpkin Serves 5-6 Ingredients 1 medium-sized pumpkin (or use 2 small sugar pie pumpkins for different fillings) 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste For the Filling: 1 cup quinoa or white and wild rice, cooked 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds or pistachios, roughly chopped 1 small red onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp...
28 October 2024 Living Gems

Competition over! The road to recovery after a major event

TAKING PART IN A MAJOR FUN RUN OR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGING EVENT INSPIRES MANY ACTIVE AND SPORTS-MINDED RESIDENTS TO STEP UP TO THE PLATE BUT WHAT HAPPENS ONCE THE EVENT IS OVER? How do you think you would fare after the event wrapped up and what should you do to recover from all that extra training and competing Health and Lifestyle Coordinator Josh Kristenson has some great tips to put you back on the road to recovery after the competition is over. “The fun of competition lies in the thrill of the chase, but the days that follow may leave your body needing a little TLC,” said Josh. He said that recovery is not only essential to get you back to feeling like yourself, but also prepares you for the next exciting activity. The good news is Living Gems has some of the world's best recovery facilities to help you regenerate after a competition. One of the best recovery methods is to spend some time in the...
28 October 2024 News

A dish to make pasta lovers rejoice

ENLIGHTENED COOKS FROM THE 1770S WHO BEGAN COMBINING PASTA AND EGGS TOGETHER, ARE CREDITED FOR LEADING THE WAY WHEN IT COMES TO THE CARBONARA WE ENJOY TODAY. “Most Italian pasta dishes are light and full of flavour. They make very tasty and satisfying meals and one of the most popular is pasta carbonara,” said GemLife Chef Matt Conquest. “It is often mistaken as a cream-based dish, but it is thickened with an egg and cheese mixture,” said Matt. “Adding a little pasta water gives it that creamy look and it’s delicious!” Chef Matt said modern carbonara was created in Italy in the 1960s, when bacon was replaced with guanciale (or pancetta or prosciutto), and cream was eliminated in favour of pecorino cheese and beaten eggs. Pasta Carbonara   Serves 2-4 Ingredients 500g spaghetti or fettuccine 250g pancetta or prosciutto 2 large eggs 1 large egg yolk 1 cup grated pecorino or parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper Salt, for pasta water Method Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil....

Why Living Gems?

What is Living Gems?

Living Gems communities are simply lifechanging lifestyle resorts for the active over 50s. Our vibrant community of people may have retired from work, but they haven’t retired from life.

You’ll love owning a quality, designer home that features an impressive level of inclusions that some people consider ‘extras’, such as energy-efficient appliances and solar panels.

Enjoy peace of mind of knowing that there is on-site management on hand.

Another thing which makes Living Gems special is the great facilities at your doorstep, including an exclusive Country Club, with:

  • Grand ballroom with theatre stage
  • Bar and lounge
  • Games room
  • Cinema
  • Library
  • Art and craft studio
  • Music room
  • Gymnasium
  • Heated swimming pool, spa and sauna
  • BBQ pavilion, and much more!

Best of all, Living Gems is surprisingly affordable because it is a land lease community where your rights are guaranteed and protected by Queensland Government law.

Where are Living Gems resorts located?

Living Gems over-50s lifestyle resorts are found across South East Queensland, close to neighbourhood amenities including shopping and medical services. Discover Living Gems communities on the Gold Coast and in Eagleby, Logan Village, Pacific Paradise, Caboolture and Maleny.

Can I buy at Living Gems?

Residents at Living Gems are all owner-occupiers, there are no rentals or property investors. This gives our resorts a strong, community feeling that fosters life-long friendships as well as plenty of owner-organised groups and activities.

Living Gems communities are land lease communities which is the reason why they’re surprisingly affordable.

Ownership of the land is separate from the ownership of the home. Your right to live in your home is guaranteed and protected by Queensland State Government law for an indefinite period.

Because you’re buying your own home, there is no stamp duty to pay and should you decide to sell in the future, 100% of the capital gains made are yours. There are no deferred management fees here!

The only ongoing costs are:

  • Your usual household bills
  • Weekly site management fees which cover maintenance of the gardens and the full range of facilities on site.
Are pets welcome?

Pets are always welcome at Living Gems communities. We make everyone welcome.

Can family and friends stay?

Family and friends are very much welcome as your guests at Living Gems resorts.

Are there site fees?

Our affordable weekly site fees cover the cost of operating and maintaining your Living Gems resort. The fees are billed monthly and increase in line with CPI.

Our residents tell us that these site fees are much lower than many apartments’ body corporate fees while offering far more facilities, including the Country Club, other resort facilities, and on-site management.

If you have a Department of Veterans' Affairs or Australian Pension Card, you may be eligible to receive a Federal Government rebate.

Can I store by boat or caravan?

Many Living Gems resorts have storage for boats, caravans and motorhomes, subject to availability.

What’s the difference between a retirement village and a Living Gems resort?

Living Gems is a lifestyle resort for active over 50s who may have retired from work (although not always), but they most certainly have not retired from life. Our homeowners value their independence and are actively engaged in activities and events within the resort and in the wider community. Many are also avid travelers who value the ‘lock-up and leave’ convenience of knowing their homes are secure.

Can you rent in a Living Gems resort?

We find our homeowners prefer to buy their homes rather than rent, so we only offer homes for sale.

Do you pay rates in a Living Gems resort?

There are no council rates to pay at Living Gems, everything is covered in the weekly site fee which covers the costs of running and maintaining the resort.

Are there any exit fees I should know about?

There are absolutely no exit or deferred management fees to worry about at Living Gems. You own your home and should you decide to sell, all the proceeds, including capital gains, are yours.

Do you pay stamp duty when moving to a Living Gems resort?

Absolutely not. Because you own your Living Gems home, there is no stamp duty to pay when you move into one of our over-50s resort communities.